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THE FIRST STEP PODCAST

🎙️ You Want to Start Something New—Where Do You Start?

Episode 1: Home Renovation & Construction

SHOUTOUT TO SUMMIT COFFEE FOR HOSTING OUR FIRST-EVER PODCAST RECORDING!
COULDN'T HAVE PICKED A BETTER VIBE TO START THINGS OFF!!

Home Services – Renovation & Construction

Episode Overview; Thinking about starting a home renovation but don’t know where to begin?

In our first episode, we sit down with experts in construction, design, leadership, and editorial to explore the real steps homeowners should take before breaking ground.

From finding the right contractor to avoiding costly mistakes

—this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.

What You'll Learn?

How to define your renovation vision and scope

How to determine red flags and avoid them

Why drawings, sketches, and 3D renderings matter

How to navigate contracts and set clear milestones

What to look for in a contractor 

Tips from real homeowners & pros who've done it all before

🎧 Thank You for Tuning In!

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We’re thrilled you joined us for the very first episode of our podcast!
To show our appreciation, we’ve put together a quick and fun giveaway just for our listeners.

📩 Your Questions

What is the name of Ashley Grimm's magazine?
How many phases did Felipe describe in Aldo’s process when working with customers?
How much did Tyler’s mistake in choosing the wrong GC cost him on his fix-and-flip project?

🎁 The Prize

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Everyone who submits all three correct answers will be entered into a drawing to win $100 off home cleaning services provided by Let's Clean Charlotte.

The winner will be notified by email, and everyone who participates will receive a follow-up email as well.

 

Good luck—and thanks again for listening!

Meet The Guests

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Ashley Grimm

Editor, Ballantyne Country Club Magazine

Brings the homeowner’s perspective and a sharp editorial lens to the conversation.

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Dr. Brynn Dombroski

Leadership & Performance Coach

Specialist in decision-making & managing stress during major life changes, like home renovations.

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Tyler Davis

Entrepreneur & Process Strategist

Combines construction experience with business process mgmt and product innovation.

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Felipe Cruz

Construction & Tech Entrepreneur

Renovation and construction pro with a tech edge. Manages multi-state operations and drives innovation in the home services.

Host / Sponsor

Partners

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Stroll Ballantyne Country Club logo
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